Data Viz & Graphics Intern

AAAS has an exciting opportunity for a paid summer internship within our SciLine department!

SciLine a free service for journalists that aims to get more scientific evidence into the news seeks a Data Viz & Graphics Intern to help transform data into clear compelling graphics that support journalists especially local TV reporters with their news coverage. This internship focuses on producing editorial graphics that make scientific evidence accessible in ways that are both accurate and engaging. Collaborating closely with SciLines Content Manager of TV News theinternwill support SciLines mission of providing scientific evidence and expertise to enrich U.S. reporting.

Help us ignite the next era of science.

What Youll Do

• Find and turn data into visually compelling graphics for journalists to use in digital stories and newscasts
• Source analyze and work confidently with a wide range of datasets
• Pitch and develop data-driven stories and graphics for use in SciLines TV-focused Experts on Camera service
• Collaborate with SciLine staff on one-off graphics projects
• Rigorously fact-check data and sources for all graphics produced
• Support production and data entry for SciLines TV projects including Experts on Camera sessions and group media availabilities

Minimum Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (or transitioning between the two) at a university/college (data journalism majors preferred)
• Portfolio of visually and editorially compelling graphics
• Skilled at presenting data through engaging charts maps and full-screen graphics
• Familiar with interactive data visualization and data analysis tools
• Able to produce high-quality graphics quickly including for breaking news
• Curious innovative and open to experimenting with new technologies
• Editorially rigorous with a commitment to accuracy and high journalistic standards
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong project management skills
• Interest in or enthusiasm about science and its role in the news

Internship Details

This is a remote internship however those in or near the D.C. area have the option to work from our D.C. office and attend in-person events typically 1-2 times per week.This is a 12-week internship which will run fromâJune 1 2026 - August 21 2026. The anticipated initial rate of compensation for this position isâ$17.95 per hour. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the help of a sponsorship.âPlease contact our Talent Team atââwith any questions regarding your eligibility.â

Application Process:â

Submit aâresume and cover letterâbyâMarch 30 2026.âYour cover letter should address why you want this internship. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A recruiter will contact you with next steps if you are selected for an interview.

AAAS currently provides the following benefits: paid vacation leave paid sick leave paid holidays health insurance flexible spending account dental insurance life insurance vision insurance retirement benefits short- and long-term disability each subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply.

Any actual offer of employment reflecting the total compensation package and benefits will be made in the sole discretion of AAAS and will be based on a variety of factors including years of experience depth of experience and other relevant factors. AAAS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

AAAS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sexual orientation gender gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or other protected category. AAAS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

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Required Experience:

Intern